Parkway News

The Blue Ridge Parkway will remain open to traffic in the High Country throughout the summer and fall. This update follows a productive and informative meeting held today with leadership from the Blue Ridge Parkway and the National Park Service, along with staff from our congressional delegation, local officials, and business leaders.

Ongoing improvements funded by the Great American Outdoors Act (2020) continue, and some sections of the Parkway, previously impacted by Hurricane Helene, will also be opening throughout the year in Watauga and Avery Counties. Travelers on the Parkway will experience some ongoing pre-scheduled work that visitors will be able to navigate with minimal disruptions. No full closures are planned in our area, including the section between Blowing Rock and Linville.

These efforts are expected to enhance access as the summer progresses, and further updates will be shared as more information becomes available.

We are grateful for the continued collaboration between federal, state, and local partners as we look forward to a safe, scenic, and expanded Parkway experience.  More information will be proivided as we receive it.